Scholarships for USA applicants
The University offers full tuition fee scholarship opportunities for applicants from the United States of America applying to study on any taught postgraduate degree course at one of our Scottish campuses.
Postgraduate Options
For our postgraduate intake in September 2025, we are delighted to offer opportunities for application for the Frances Wright Scholarship and for the Frederick and Anna Murray Douglass Scholarship (detailed below) for postgraduate study across all of our academic schools:
School of Business and Creative Industries
School of Computing, Engineering and Physical Sciences
The Frances Wright Scholarship
Honouring a trailblazer in Education, Feminism and Literature.
About the Scholarship
The Frances Wright Scholarship at UWS honours the enduring legacy of one of history's most influential feminists and writers. Established to commemorate the pioneering spirit and intellectual contributions of Frances Wright, this fund seeks to empower future generations of women who embody her passion for social justice, gender equality, and literary excellence.
This fund provides a full fees scholarship to deserving applicants who identify as women.
Who was Frances Wright?
Born in Dundee, Scotland, in 1795, Frances Wright was a visionary feminist, social reformer, and prolific writer. Throughout her life, she fearlessly challenged societal norms, advocating for women's rights, abolitionism, and educational reform. Frances Wright's courageous activism and groundbreaking ideas continue to inspire and influence movements for equality and justice around the world.
Eligibility criteria
- Open to US citizens who wish to undertake postgraduate study
- Applicants should identify as women
Application deadline
- In order to apply for this scholarship, you need ot have applied to your postgraduate course of choice by 23:59 on 16 June 2025 (GMT)
The Frederick and Anna Murray Douglass Scholarship
Honouring a Legacy of Leadership and Activism.
About the Scholarship
The Frederick and Anna Murray Douglass Scholarship at UWS commemorates the enduring legacy of two remarkable individuals whose courage, resilience, and dedication to social justice continue to inspire generations. Established to honour the contributions of Frederick Douglass and his wife Anna Murray Douglass, this scholarship seeks to empower promising students who embody their spirit of leadership, activism, and commitment to positive change.
This fund provides a full fees scholarship to applicants who belong to an underrepresented racial or ethnic minority group.
Who were Frederick and Anna Murray Douglass?
Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, rose to become one of the most influential figures in American history. A renowned abolitionist, author, and statesman, Douglass tirelessly fought against slavery and championed civil rights for all people. His wife, Anna Murray Douglass, played a pivotal role in his life, offering unwavering support and encouragement as he pursued their mission of freedom and equality.
Eligibility criteria
- Open to US citizens who wish to undertake postgraduate study
- Applicants should belong to an underrepresented racial or ethnic minority group
Application deadline
- In order to apply for this scholarship, you need ot have applied to your postgraduate course of choice by 23:59 on 16 June 2025 (GMT)
Register your interest
Applications are now open for Term 1 (September) for both the Frances Wright Scholarship and the Frederick and Anna Murray Douglass Scholarship.
Applicants are invited to note interest via completion of our online form.
Once you have noted interest, a member of our international admissions team will be in touch to advise on the application process.